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Grandfather hugs his grandson and smiles in front of the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.

ITALY WITH KIDS & GRANDPARENTS – How to Plan Your Multigenerational Trip

Kids In Italy, Traveling In Italy / Candice Criscione

Italy is a special place to visit with multiple generations. Bella Italia is overflowing with history, culture, and food and there really is something here for all ages and interests. If you’re contemplating visiting Italy with grandparents (and your kids), it’s time to stop contemplating, and begin planning! I’m a mamma of three and I’ve […]

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The Sciliar mountain range as seen from Fie allo Sciliar in July

3-DAY DOLOMITES ITINERARY – Using Fiè allo Sciliar as a Base

Kids In Italy, Traveling In Italy / Candice Criscione

If you’re planning a visit to Italy and want to visit the montane più belle del mondo (the most beautiful mountains in the world) – do it! The Dolomites (aka le dolomiti) are incredible, and worth at least a week’s visit. But, what if you can only manage to squeeze a few days into your

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Boys walking the trail toward mountains in the Dolomites.

VISITING THE DOLOMITES WITHOUT A CAR – It’s Possible, & Sometimes Preferable

Traveling In Italy / Candice Criscione

Are you trying to decide if you should rent a car for your visit to the Dolomites or just try to explore the area using public transport? I’ve been visiting the Dolomites since 2004, and I’ve done both, many times. I’ve driven cars and vans, covered the area on bicycle, and sat on countless buses,

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Christmas trees surround a statue at the Bolzano Christmas market in the Dolomites, Italy. The cathedral is in the background. It's nighttime.

DOLOMITES IN THE WINTER – 7 Activities For Non-Skiers

Traveling In Italy / Candice Criscione

Do you want to visit the Dolomites in Italy during the winter but have no interest in skiing? Are you trying to figure out if it’s worth a visit? Perhaps you’re visiting with a group and want to know if you’ll be bored while everyone else it out on the slopes. Don’t fret – there’s

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Boy sits on wooden bench at bus stop in the Dolomites (Castelrotto) in Italy. Mountains and village buildings behind him.

VISITING THE DOLOMITES IN WINTER WITHOUT A CAR – How We Did It

Traveling In Italy / Candice Criscione

Ciao! Are you wondering if it’s possible to visit the Dolomites in the winter without a car? Yes, it is. And, depending on where you’re headed, it may be the best way to visit. Rental cars can be the best way to explore in Italy, but parking, gas, tolls, and ZTLs all add in extra

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Inside the Bari airport. A high-ceilinged area with car rental desks and people walking around.

CAR RENTAL AT THE BARI AIRPORT – From Pickup to Drop Off

Traveling In Italy / Candice Criscione

If you’re heading to Puglia and are thinking about renting a car – smart choice! The area is best explored by car. There are multiple places to pick up a rental car in Puglia, but if you’re flying into Bari (highly likely), the Bari airport car rental location is your best bet. I find the

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Boy in red sweatshirt sits next to window on a train in the Dolomites, Italy. Out the window are low mountains and winter vineyards.

FLORENCE TO BOLZANO BY TRAIN – My Quick Guide

Traveling In Italy / Candice Criscione

If you’re heading up to Bolzano from Florence, it’s easy to arrive by train. You don’t need to rent a car. Follow my quick guide step-by-step, and you’ll be up in the Dolomites in no time (well, in a few hours). Note: This route is best if you’re planning to explore the area of the

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Cobblestone street with view of shop entrances under a portico. Bicycle and Christmas tree in front of the portico. Street lit up in evening in Bolzano, Italy.

BOLZANO IN WINTER – Well-Worth a Visit!

Traveling In Italy / Candice Criscione

Thinking of visiting Bolzano in the inverno (winter)? Stop thinking about it and make it happen! Bolzano (aka Bozen in German) is the capital of South Tyrol, and its historic center is: It’s the perfect place for a few cozy nights in the winter, or even as a day trip from a nearby city or

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Boy in brown coat runs in the Bolzano Christmas market, passing wooden stalls on the left and lit Christmas trees on the right. He's heading toward a large Christmas tree up ahead.

BOLZANO’S CHRISTMAS MARKET – Our Family’s Favorite Mercatino di Natale

Kids In Italy, Traveling In Italy / Candice Criscione

Whether you’re trying to decide if you should hit up Bolzano’s Christmas Market on your upcoming trip, or you’re already in the Dolomites and just need some help figuring out logistics of the market… I’ve got you covered! I’m a mamma of three living in Tuscany and I’ve been visiting the Dolomites every year since

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Bright orange sunrise and view of rooftops and bird flying in Venice, Italy.

MY FAVORITE VENICE CLIMBS & VIEWPOINTS – With or Without Kids

Kids In Italy, Traveling In Italy / Candice Criscione

We all know that Venice is unique, so why not see if from a unique viewpoint? After you’ve gazed at Venice from the campi (piazzas), on a gondola ride, or at water’s edge, it’s time to climb! These are my favorite places to see Venice from up high. Note that I haven’t included every single

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